Interfering with Judicial Proceedings In Arizona, interfering with judicial proceedings is a class 1 misdemeanor, the more severe class of misdemeanors. Offenders can face up to six months of imprisonment. Per A.R.S. 13-2810, interfering with judicial proceedings occurs when a …
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Tampering with Evidence: Physical Evidence or Witnesses Individuals can find themselves charged with tampering with evidence in an attempt to “cover up” a crime, whether through deleting computer files or asking witnesses to lie about the facts. Both tampering with …
Alternative Sentencing in Arizona A criminal conviction doesn’t always result in jail or prison time for a defendant. In some instances, the judge may find that an offender would be better served by alternative forms of sentencing that allow for …
Diversion Programs in Arizona Criminal cases in Arizona are not always prosecuted in the traditional manner. Particularly for first time offenders charged with minor offenses, or those with underlying conditions that may be better served through rehabilitation, these defendants may …
What Are the Types of Pleas in a Criminal Case? If you are being charged in a criminal case, deciding how to plea is a major decision that will affect how your case moves forward. Before pleading, you should consider: …
What is the Difference Between an Initial Appearance and an Arraignment? Understanding the manner in which a criminal case runs in Arizona can be confusing to anyone unfamiliar with the process. Rideout Law Group provides a general outline, along with …
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Truancy in Arizona Truancy, or absenteeism, is the act of missing school without good reason. According to Arizona law in A.R.S. 15-802, all children between the ages of 6 and 16 years are mandated to attend an academic school where …
Juvenile Court in Arizona In Arizona, cases charging youths under the age of 18 years old with crimes are handled differently than they would be for an adult offender. The juvenile criminal court system provides a means to reform these …
The Difference Between a Grand Jury and a Preliminary Hearing In our justice system, when a person is charged with a felony, they cannot be immediately sent to trial after being charged. Instead, the prosecution has to prove there was …
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Bench Warrants in Arizona In Arizona, a bench warrant can be issued by a judge, magistrate, commissioner, or justice of the peace when a defendant: doesn’t show up for a scheduled court hearing (“Failure to Appear”). doesn’t comply with a …
